Loveland Ski Area has announced that it received final approval from the U.S. Forest Service to move forward with the replacement of Lift 7 on the Loveland Valley side of its footprint.

The project is set to take place during the upcoming summer season and is slated to make its debut during the 2025-26 winter season.

The project will replace the existing 42-year-old, fixed-grip, double-chair lift with a modern fixed-grip quad. While the lift has the capacity to carry up to four people, Loveland will load it with no more than three in order to provide additional space for guests, particularly beginners who may be unaccustomed to riding and unloading from chairlifts.

As part of the project, Loveland will be offering a select number of original Lift 7 chairs for purchase through a lottery. The lottery will be exclusive to employees and 2025-26 season pass holders. The chairs will be distributed by random drawing. Full details on how to enter the lottery will be announced this summer.

In addition to the Lift 7 replacement, Loveland will begin to make progress with other capital improvement projects. Ahead of the 2025-26 winter season, the ZigZag trail will see grading and reshaping work to improve flow and snow retention. During the 2026-27 season, plans are in place to develop a new parking lot.